In 2023, cruise holidays bounced back. We began to board bigger ships and indulged in new experiences such as food tastings. A seamless service also arose alongside an increase in touchless and biometric technology. By the end of 2023, bookings were well above those seen in 2019. Today, a cruise holiday can be an affordable … Read more
Filming locations that appear in blockbusters are now being added to our bucket lists. After watching BAFTA (or other film awards ceremonies), will you be adding a setting or backdrop from your favourite film to your wish list? ‘Set-jetting’ is a growing travel trend. Its when we’re inspired to visit a location that we’ve seen … Read more
Colourful festivals don’t just occur in the summer like Notting Hill Carnival or Pride. We can experience them at other times of the year to escape wet and grey weather. Are you looking to inject some colour into your life? Avoid the British weather by booking an adventure this February. Take yourself away from the … Read more
Are you curious about Japan? Wish to experience its bustling cities, soak up Japanese culture and learn more about its rich history? Full of traditions, new technology and modern skyscrapers, Japan has a whole spectrum of culture to enjoy. Plenty to fill any traveller’s bucket list. With colourful seasons to embrace, delicious food options to … Read more
Have you gone alcohol-free for Dry January? Alcohol Change UK are encouraging people to refrain from drinking post-party season to enhance their physical and mental health. Many are adopting the campaign’s initiative to go alcohol free for 31 days. The alternatives are alcohol-free drinks and beverages. Although they’ve always been on the menu for some … Read more
The inspiration behind planning adventures, alongside adding destinations to our travel bucket lists’ can come from anywhere. From chatting to friends who plan carefree getaways around idyllic Islands. To hearing travel stories told by our fond family members who wish they could do it all again! What travel experiences are on your bucket list today? … Read more
A travel diary is one way to remember all the destinations we’ve visited. They are great for recreating the exciting events we’ve seen while away from home too. Do you keep one? Perhaps with some momentos from your adventures? Our free-spirited travellers Dee and Graham visited a number of destinations in 2023. Including the holiday … Read more
The winter solstice (or yule for pagans) occurs in the Northern Hemisphere on Friday 22nd December. It marks the longest night and shortest day of the year, and focuses upon the rebirth of the sun in Pagan lore. The most famous celebration of the winter solstice in the UK is celebrated at Stonehenge from sunrise. … Read more
Luxurious family holidays are what we dream about on cold, muggy days. So, ignore the clouds and plan a luxurious trip in the sun – for all the family! A recent article in the Sunday Times states that a growing number of Grandparents are treating their families to luxurious holiday experiences. Some are even happy … Read more
This year, forget the internet and its online shops galore. Find a magical place for your Christmas shopping trip instead. There are plenty of traditional towns for Christmas shopping trips in the UK. On the other hand, if you want to rediscover the magic of Christmas choose an exotic destination on either side of the … Read more
